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CIGA Design HUNTERvsTimefactors Trans-Global

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Trans-Global
TimefactorsTrans-Global
MSRP $490
What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

CIGA Design HUNTER

The CIGA Design HUNTER is widely seen as a visually impressive skeleton watch that offers an expensive aesthetic for its price. Owners find the CIGA Design HUNTER weighty but fun, and reviewers highlight its well-executed skeletonization and excellent case integration. However, legibility is a common concern, with one owner noting minimal anti-reflective coating and another pointing out the hands' lume application is lacking. The movement is described as loud by one reviewer, and a significant durability issue was reported by an owner whose watch stopped ticking within a day. The CIGA Design HUNTER features a Grade 5 titanium case with crisp finishing. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the CIGA Design HUNTER for its striking skeletonized design and premium case finishing at an accessible price point, though concerns exist regarding legibility and movement noise.

From video reviewers

The CIGA Design HUNTER's unique layered case with an industrial skeleton aesthetic gives it a futuristic look. A notable weakness is the integrated stainless steel H-link bracelet's noticeable rattle, which may be a drawback for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer considering the custom, in-house movement impressive at the price point, while another suggests the price is higher than some competitors without a clear justification.

Timefactors Trans-Global

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Trans-Global for its stunning aventurine dial and comfortable beads-of-rice bracelet, with one owner finding it superior to premium brands. The 38mm fully polished case and vintage aesthetic are also highlighted as strengths, contributing to good value at £370. Some owners note the Miyota 9039 movement's accuracy varies, with one reporting +12 seconds per day, while others suggest a "ghost movement" of hands during setting is normal. There is a desire among some for a smaller, more period-correct 34-36mm case size. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Trans-Global highly for its striking dial and comfortable bracelet at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HUNTER43mm
Trans-Global38mm
Power Reserve
HUNTER40h
Trans-Global
Water Resistance
HUNTER30m
Trans-Global100m
MSRP
HUNTER$499
Trans-Global$490

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
12.1mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.75mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Carbon
Aventurine

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
CD-07
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$490
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